Members in the News
David Bradley Selected for US Chamber Foundation Education and Workforce Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today announced David Bradley, President & CEO of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce was selected to participate in the tenth cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and trade associations with resources, access to experts, and a network of peers to build their capacity to address the most pressing
U.S. News & World Report names St. Mary’s among Best Hospitals 2024-25
Athens hospital recognized for four procedures/conditions Athens, GA – St. Mary’s Hospital has been named by U.S. News & World Report to its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals as a High Performing hospital for heart attack, stroke, hip replacement and knee replacement. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings. The annual Procedures & Conditions ratings are designed to assist patients and their health care providers in making informed
Casa de Amistad Offers Community Spanish Classes
Casa de Amistad is offering Spanish classes for our Athens Community! Come and join us and work on your Spanish so that you can communicate with more people.
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Welcomes New Agent Hannah Baker
July 2024 (Athens, GA). Hannah Baker joins Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty as a licensed REALTOR® in residential properties. Hannah Baker began her career at Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty in May of 2024 after successfully completing her pre-licensing course at the Upchurch School of Real Estate and earning her Georgia Real Estate Sales License. With a solid foundation in real estate principles and practices, Baker is well-equipped to guide clients through every step of the buying or selling process. Her
Dr. Devin Hicks to join St. Mary’s Hometown Pediatrics
Watkinsville, Ga. – Northeast Georgia is gaining a new board-certified pediatrician. Dr. Devin Nicole Hickswill join St. Mary’s Hometown Pediatrics in Watkinsville on July 29 and will begin seeing patients on Aug. 7. Dr. Hicks comes to Hometown Pediatrics and St. Mary’s Medical Group from The Ark Children’s Clinic/Mitchell Family Medicine in Marion, AR, where she has provided care since 2022. Joining St. Mary’s brings her back home to the Peach State. She grew up in Gwinnett County and she has
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Realtors® List Upscale Townhomes in Wire Park
JULY 2024 (Athens, GA). Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty REALTORS® Tracie Hedges and Jennifer Westmoreland list The Towns at Wire Park, 21 luxury town homes in Watkinsville, Georgia’s new mixed-use development. The luxury townhomes are 2,170 sq ft, with 3 beds and 3.5 baths and pricing starting in the upper $500,000’s.A collective creation by Monte Hewett, Atlanta based home designer, and Frayer & Judge Construction, Atlanta based construction firm, The Towns at Wire Park are currently under construction
Dalton Carpet One Floor & Home Hosts Annual Teacher Appreciation Event
Dalton Carpet One Floor & Home Hosts Annual Teacher Appreciation Event Local Businesses Come Together to Support Educators in Athens, Lake Oconee, and Mall of Georgia Communities Athens, GA., July 2024 - As a proud member of the Athens, Lake Oconee and Mall of Georgia business communities, Dalton Carpet One Floor & Home will be hosting their sixth annual Teacher Appreciation Event in partnership with Diamond Sponsor Certified Clean Care, Gold Sponsor More Than Blinds, and Bronze Sponsor ALR
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Welcomes New Agent Nikki Nguyen
Athens, Ga., July 2024 - Nikki Nguyen joins Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty as a licensed REALTOR® in residential properties. Nguyen began her career at Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty in May of 2024. A 2023 graduate of Athens Technical College with an associate’s degree in interior design, Nguyen has a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of design principles.Nguyen’s diverse background includes working as a sales representative for Qunol and serving as a CAD assistant at Armentrout Matheny
Athens Rock Lobsters Announce Steve Martinson as Head Coach for First Official Season at The Classic
Athens, GA – June 27, 2024 – The Athens Rock Lobsters are proud to present Steve Martinson as the head coach for their first official season at The Classic Center Arena in Athens, GA. The Rock Lobsters are eager to bring thrilling games, intense fights, and professional hockey to Athens, and they believe Steve Martinson's extensive experience and passion for the sport will be pivotal in achieving their goal of winning the FPHL’s Commissioner Cup in their first season. The team will play in the
Upchurch School of Real Estate Enrollment Open For Fall 2024 Pre-Licensing Course
May 2024 (Athens, GA). Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty announces enrollment availability for the Upchurch School of Real Estate 75-Hour Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course for Fall 2024. The course begins on August 5, 2024, and concludes on November 14, 2024. The class meets Monday and Thursday evening from 6:00PM to 9:15PM at the Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Office. Only 30 spots are available in the course for the semester. The Upchurch School of Real Estate offers early bird pricing of $399 prior to